Richmond, Va. -- Chattanooga, Tenn.-based CBL & Associates Properties said Thursday that Dick’s Sporting Goods will open a new store at Southpark Mall in Richmond, Va.

The existing Dillard’s location will be redeveloped into the new 56,000-sq.-ft. Dick’s store as well as a selection of specialty stores and restaurants. Construction is scheduled to begin in October with a grand opening slated for summer 2013.

“The addition of Dick’s Sporting Goods to Southpark Mall will complete the first phase of our plans to redevelop the Dillard’s location,” said Stephen Lebovitz, president and CEO, CBL. “We are also working to add a new assortment of specialty stores and restaurants to the center.”